Please check your gauge as it is easy to allow your stitches to become more relaxed as you crochet the ‘repeat’ rounds.

This hat is crocheted in continuous rounds/spirals – you do not need to slip stitch to join or chain-1. You can use a stitch marker (safety pin, bobby pin, bit of scrap yarn, twist tie, etc. ) to mark the first (or last) stitch of the round and move the stitch marker up each round as you progress, to mark your place.

There is no seam in this hat – it is neat and tidy.

If you prefer using the slip stitch to join and chain-1 (or 2) and working in regular rounds – you can – just try to keep those slip stitches small. This will add a seam to the hat (from the slip stitch and chain stitches) and make the hat a little bit larger, but it will still work.

I would like to thank Louise of Garn Grammatik for kindly providing us with the translation of this entire pattern in Danish! Thank you Louise! You can meet and visit with Louise here: Garn Grammatik.

6-10 years (fits 21″ circumference, 8″ height)
R1: 8 hdc in adjustable loop [8]
R2: 2 hdc in each st around [16]
R3: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in the next st) 8 x [24]
R4: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 2 sts) 8x [32]
R5: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 3 sts) 8x [40]
R6: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 4 sts) 8x [48]
R7: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 5 sts) 8x [56]
R8: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 6 sts) 8x [64]
R9: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 7sts) 2x, 1 hdc in each remaining st around [66]
R10: 1 hdc in each st around [66]
R11-R23: repeat R10 [66]
R24: 1 sl st (loosely)in each st around, F/O [66]

Adult Small (fits 22″ circumference, 8.25″ height)
R1: 8 hdc in adjustable loop [8]
R2: 2 hdc in each st around [16]
R3: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in the next st) 8 x [24]
R4: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 2 sts) 8x [32]
R5: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 3 sts) 8x [40]
R6: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 4 sts) 8x [48]
R7: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 5 sts) 8x [56]
R8: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 6 sts) 8x [64]
R9: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 7sts) 6x, 1 hdc in each remaining st around [70]
R10: 1 hdc in each st around [70]
R11-24: repeat R10 [70]
R25: 1 sl st (loosely) in each st around, F/O [70]

Adult Medium (fits 23″ circumference, 8.75″ height)
R1: 8 hdc in adjustable loop [8]
R2: 2 hdc in each st around [16]
R3: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in the next st) 8 x [24]
R4: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 2 sts) 8x [32]
R5: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 3 sts) 8x [40]
R6: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 4 sts) 8x [48]
R7: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 5 sts) 8x [56]
R8: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 6 sts) 8x [64]
R9: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 7sts) 8x [72]
R10: (2hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 8sts) 1x, 1 hdc in each remaining st around [73]
R11: 1 hdc in each st around [73]
R12-24: repeat R11 [73]
R25: 1 sl st in each st around, F/O [73]

Adult Large (fits 24″ circumference, 9″ height)
R1: 8 hdc in adjustable loop [8]
R2: 2 hdc in each st around [16]
R3: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in the next st) 8 x [24]
R4: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 2 sts) 8x [32]
R5: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 3 sts) 8x [40]
R6: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 4 sts) 8x [48]
R7: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 5 sts) 8x [56]
R8: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 6 sts) 8x [64]
R9: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 7sts) 8x [72]
R10: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 8sts) 5x, 1 hdc in each remaining st around [77]
R11: 1 hdc in each st around [77]
R12-25: repeat R11 [77]
R26: 1 sl st in each st around, F/O [77]

6-10 years (fits 21″ circumference, 7″ height)
R1: 8 hdc in adjustable loop [8]
R2: 2 hdc in each st around [16]
R3: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in the next st) 8 x [24]
R4: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 2 sts) 8x [32]
R5: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 3 sts) 8x [40]
R6: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 4 sts) 8x [48]
R7: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 5 sts) 8x [56]
R8: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 6 sts) 8x [64]
R9: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 7sts) 2x, 1 hdc in each remaining st around [66]
R10: 1 hdc in each st around [66]
R11-R20: repeat R10 [66]
R21: 1 sl st (loosely) in each st around, F/O [66]

Adult Small (fits circumference 22″, height 7.25″)
R1: 8 hdc in adjustable loop [8]
R2: 2 hdc in each st around [16]
R3: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in the next st) 8 x [24]
R4: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 2 sts) 8x [32]
R5: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 3 sts) 8x [40]
R6: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 4 sts) 8x [48]
R7: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 5 sts) 8x [56]
R8: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 6 sts) 8x [64]
R9: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 7sts) 6x, 1 hdc in each remaining st around [70]
R10: 1 hdc in each st around [70]
R11-21: repeat R10 [70]
R22: 1 sl st (loosely) in each st around, F/O [70]

Adult Medium (fits circumference 23″ height 7.5″)
R1: 8 hdc in adjustable loop [8]
R2: 2 hdc in each st around [16]
R3: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in the next st) 8 x [24]
R4: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 2 sts) 8x [32]
R5: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 3 sts) 8x [40]
R6: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 4 sts) 8x [48]
R7: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 5 sts) 8x [56]
R8: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 6 sts) 8x [64]
R9: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 7sts) 8x [72]
R10: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 8sts) 1x, 1 hdc in each remaining st around [73]
R11: 1 hdc in each st around [73]
R12-22: repeat R11 [73]
R23: 1 sl st in each st around, F/O [73]

Adult Large (fits circumference 24″, height 7.75″)
R1: 8 hdc in adjustable loop [8]
R2: 2 hdc in each st around [16]
R3: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in the next st) 8 x [24]
R4: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 2 sts) 8x [32]
R5: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 3 sts) 8x [40]
R6: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 4 sts) 8x [48]
R7: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 5 sts) 8x [56]
R8: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 6 sts) 8x [64]
R9: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 7sts) 8x [72]
R10: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 8sts) 5x, 1 hdc in each remaining st around [77]
R11: 1 hdc in each st around [77]
R12-23: repeat R11 [77]
R24: 1 sl st in each st around, F/O [77]

I have made every effort to provide complete and accurate instructions. I even tested each hat myself. Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns.

please help!!! How do you start a new row and join the ending row??? I am an old timer and not familiar with the new tricks…normally a HDC is chain to begin and slip stitch to the first ch 1 to close..

Hi @JLYNSOUNDS – This hat is worked in continuous rounds/spirals – you use a stitch marker to mark the end of each round and just keep using the hdc around and around for each round (moving the stitch marker each round as you progress). This technique eliminates the chain-1 and slip stitch to join bit and the seam you get when you use that method…if you prefer using the slip stitch to join and chain-1 though, you can, just try to make the slip stitch as small as possible – it will add a bit of extra size to the hat and a seam but it will still work out :) Rhondda

Hi, I tried your Beautiful pattern and for some reason my hat did not take shape it stayed flat what did I do wrong do you work this in back stitch after a while or at all when I make this I use back stitch after about the end of the crown circle?

Hi Granny Muffit, The entire hat is worked in half double crochet (US Terms) in both loops. In continuous rounds/spirals (no slip stitch to join or chain 1). I'm thinking out loud…Did you check your gauge for the yarn and hook you used? In order for the circle to stay flat and not take shape each round must be increasing in size – either the stitches are becoming more relaxed with each round, extra stitches have snuck in or the hook and yarn being used are not providing the gauge indicated for the pattern – Recommended Yarn: Red Heart Soft Yarn (WW) – 10 wpiHook: 5.50 mmGauge: 14 stitches in 4 inches; 12 rows in 4 inchesIf you let me know the yarn/hook you are using and the gauge you get over 4-inches for height and width I can double check the calculations :) Which size were you making – so I can double check my instructions for errors too please :) Rhondda

Hi, RhonddaI was using a new hook with a bamboo handle I believe it is a Susan Bates a US I9/5.50 m.m but I was using a Bernat cotton delux I do use this kind to make these kinds of hats except I use after about the fourth row I work in the back stitch to make the hat curve downward, I use single and half double in the starting rows and half doubles in the downward slopes. Perhaps I should switch to your worsted blend to get the gauge and contour? My hat is a gift to a person who works outside in the community and she likes cotton to keep their heads cooler, if I can learn to make yours I will make a worsted one as well for them and some for the school children in our community.

Hi Granny Muffit :) What size hat? You are in luck as I picked up a ball of this Brand of yarn when I was in the States in December (we don't have the DeLux here in Canada – at least I have never seen it!). I will work up a quick pattern for you :)

Hi Granny Muffit – I will write up a pattern for all the sizes for you soon – I just completed one for adult medium to make sure I'd have the right numbers for you. So for a 5.50 mm hook and Bernat Cotton Delux – it is a denser yarn so the gauge I achieved was 12 sts/4inches and 10 rounds/4inches. To make a hat to reach mid ear you will need to follow these instructions: Adult Medium (fits circumference 23" height 7.5")R1: 8 hdc in adjustable loop [8]R2: 2 hdc in each st around [16]R3: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in the next st) 8 x [24]R4: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 2 sts) 8x [32]R5: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 3 sts) 8x [40]R6: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 4 sts) 8x [48]R7: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 5 sts) 8x [56]R8: (2 hdc in 1st st, 1 hdc in each of the next 6 sts) 8x [64]R9: 1 hdc in each st around [64]R10-19: repeat R11 [64]R20: 1 sl st in each st around, F/O [64]Hope this helps :) Rhondda

Rhondda, May I replace the yarn you bought? How will I repay you? if you ever need anything in this neck of the woods I can send you something to replace the yarn you bought! You are a Blessing! Thank You

Hi Granny Muffit :) No worries at all – and I compared the Bernat Handicrafter DeLux with our Bernat Handicrafter Cotton and it is the same yarn – as far as I can tell – (we just don't have many colours other than pastels in our version and the balls are 50g balls) – I honestly don't mind – I am happy to help where I can. I wrote up a new pattern for all the sizes and it will go live on the blog on Thursday – I have lots of this yarn in my stash :) So pop by on Thursday and you will find sizes preemie to adult large in cotton with a 5.50mm hook :) I tested preemie, newborn, 0-3 month and adult medium myself to make sure. Have fun!! Rhondda

Maybe it is supposed to be glaringly obvious, but what size hook are we supposed to be using? I am using US G/6-4.25, and attempting a preemie size. It just seems a bit too small. Am I supposed to be using a larger size hook?

Hi Gayle, The hook size is listed at the beginning of the pattern – the hat will be much too small using a 4.25 mm hook. It must look itty bitty! Here's the information you need: Recommended Yarn: Red Heart Soft Yarn (WW) – 10 wpiHook: 5.50 mmGauge: 14 stitches in 4 inches; 12 rows in 4 inchesThanks for checking :) Rhondda

Hi Arlene, This is worked in continuous rounds – no slip stitch join or chain 1. I apologize for the delay in my response – my comment system is not working properly and I have reported the problem but we are still working on fixing it! Thank you! Rhondda

I want to make some caps for Crochet for Cancer but I am used to a pattern starting out by chaining a certain number of stitches, sl st and then making the HDC in the loop created. How in the heck do you start off with a HDC with not base?

Hi Pat, Feel free to use the technique you want to start the hat :) I use an adjustable loop (aka magic ring) to begin for my hats as it allows you to completely closet the top hole after you begin. If you are interested in trying this technique here is a link to a tutorial from Tamara that will help :) Rhonddahttp://www.mooglyblog.com/the-magic-circle/

Very welcome Terri :) I have this available in different types of yarn too – so if you are using cotton yarn (worsted weight) there is a different pattern – or if you are using regular worsted weight (like Red Heart with Love or Supersaver) there is a double crochet hat version available too :) Have fun! Rhondda

This means:
Round 3: (work 2 hdc sts in the 1st st, work 1 hdc in the next st) repeat this sequence 8 times around the hat – so repeat the entire sequence of instructions enclosed in the brackets around the hat 8 times (8 repeats). So in long form:
(work 2 hdc sts in the 1st st, work 1 hdc in the next st)
(work 2 hdc sts in the 1st st, work 1 hdc in the next st)
(work 2 hdc sts in the 1st st, work 1 hdc in the next st)
(work 2 hdc sts in the 1st st, work 1 hdc in the next st)
(work 2 hdc sts in the 1st st, work 1 hdc in the next st)
(work 2 hdc sts in the 1st st, work 1 hdc in the next st)
(work 2 hdc sts in the 1st st, work 1 hdc in the next st)
(work 2 hdc sts in the 1st st, work 1 hdc in the next st)
The [24] is the total stitches for the round so 24 stitches in this round.

Hi Carol, I have never worked with Fun Fur – I would recommend making gauge swatch to make sure it will work prior to crocheting the entire hat. If you can reach the gauge specified in the pattern the hat will fit. If you cannot, the hat will not fit. I do not know how much fun fur you would need to make this hat. I wish I could be of more help but I have no experience with Fun Fur and how it crochets. Rhondda